The Sacramento Brief

The Sacramento Brief, January 23, 2026


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[NEWS]

  • Developing: Shooting near Fulton Ave & Hurley Way. One person critically injured by gunfire, a second critically injured in a related crash, and a third hurt in an associated fight. A Sacramento Metro Fire engine was struck by gunfire; no firefighters injured. Sheriff’s units and detectives remain on scene.

[CITY WATCH]

  • Public Health Alert: Toxic Death Cap mushrooms are spreading after recent rain. Sacramento County Public Health urges residents to avoid all wild mushroom foraging. Four local poisonings reported; multiple deaths statewide. If exposed, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.
  • Warm Line Update: The former National Warm Line (855-642-6222) is out of service. For emotional or behavioral health support, call or text 988 anytime.

πŸ”— https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/SacCounty-News.html#gsc.tab=0

[WEATHER]

  • Friday: Dense fog through mid-morning, then mostly cloudy. High 54.
  • Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low 41.
  • Weekend: Brighter Saturday near 60, breezy at times. Cooler, mostly cloudy Sunday around 55.

[EVENTS]

  • Midtown Stomp – Swing dancing + beginner lesson, Friday night, 2534 Industrial Blvd. πŸ”— https://midtownstomp.com/dance-events/
  • Fleetwood Mask – Fleetwood Mac tribute endorsed by Mick Fleetwood, Friday 7:30p, Crest Theatre. Tickets from $34. πŸ”— https://fleetwoodmask.com
  • Sierra Youth Orchestra Festival – Five youth orchestras unite, Saturday 3p, Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, 1515 J St. πŸ”— https://www.universe.com/events/sierra-youth-orchestra-festival-tickets-DJRKS6
  • Beginning Photography Class – Hands-on workshop with Laurie Gallant, Saturday 1–4p, Sierra 2 Green, 2791 24th St. πŸ”— https://secure.qgiv.com/for/101for101years/event/beginningphotography/
  • Teen Volunteer Hours (No Paperwork) – Arcade Library, Saturday 4–5:30p, 2443 Marconi Ave. πŸ”— https://engage.saclibrary.org/event/11573952
  • Sacramento Chocolate Salon – Artisan chocolate tastings, Sunday 11–4:30, The Citizen Hotel, 926 J St. πŸ”— https://www.sacchocolatesalon.com
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The Sacramento BriefBy Carol M